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3 Pence - George VI 2nd Maundy issue
| Silver (.925) | 1.41 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1947-1948 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#51329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination dividing date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 19 3 48
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 1/22 troy ounce or 21.8 grains.Sp#4091 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
MDS206 1947 1,375 MDS207 1948 1,385
Demonetization note: Whilst the circulation strikes have been demonetized, the Maundy issues carry legal tender status and are still being struck to this day with the value updated to decimal pence.
Interesting fact
The 3 Pence - George VI (2nd Maundy issue) 1947-1948 coin from the United Kingdom features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a crowned shield with the St. Edward's Crown, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was specifically created for the Maundy money, a tradition that dates back to the 13th century where the monarch distributes gifts of money to selected subjects on the day before Easter.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 1375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 1491 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pence - George VI (2nd Maundy issue) 1947-1948 coin.
